Quality Inspector

Quality Inspector 3

The Quality Inspector 3 is responsible for evaluating and determining that detail and assembly parts and test articles meet approved drawings and specifications while working under the procedures and policies of NAT quality management systems.

The Quality Inspector 3 will assure compliance to a variety of dimensional and specification requirements. This includes receiving inspection, in-process inspection, first article inspections, final inspection, and customer presentation.

The Quality Inspector will validate the physical characteristics as well as the processing requirements and the data certifications of parts with complex geometry and configurations.

This position is responsible for ensuring component manufacturing documentation is complete, accurate, and in conformance to the various drawings, documents, and company procedures.

The Quality Inspector works directly with Manufacturing, Engineering, and the Purchasing departments.

Additional responsibilities include any other duty assigned by the Quality department management.

The Quality Inspector reports directly to the Quality Supervisor.

• A high school diploma or GED, required
• Able to read and understand engineering drawings, diagrams and specifications
• Able to inspect parts using gauges, scales, micrometers, calipers, height gauges and other hand tools
• Able to document findings and fill out First Article Reports (FAI's) using the AS9102 forms
• Able to write non-conformance tags for discrepant parts
• Work independently with little supervision
• Exhibit ethical independence and judgment of the parts and process
• 7 or more years' experience in mechanical inspection with focus on aerospace and manufacturing environment
• Any other duties as assigned by the Quality Supervisor or Manager
• The Q.A. Inspector must exhibit a technical aptitude
• The Q.A. Inspector must be able to read drawing and specifications, understand and follow written procedures, and recognize the importance of compliance with NAT's quality requirements
• Clear communication (oral and written) skills
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment to assure delivery requirements while maintaining NAT's high-quality standards
• Strong computer skills, including MRP systems, Microsoft Word and Excel programs
• Strong analytical, organizational, and troubleshooting skills

• Primarily warehouse and manufacturing environment
• Consistent use of computer keyboard and monitor
• Some local travel may be required

• Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds